Specialists in next generation exhibitionsand conferences

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At Smarter Shows we specialize in producing highly-focused B2B supply chain exhibitions and technical conferences for the manufacturing and engineering sectors, with a focus on aerospace, automotive and materials industries. With a portfolio of large-scale events in the US and Germany, we are experts in launching exhibitions and conferences, providing a complete end-to-end event service. From our offices in central Brighton, our world-class team of 40 staff are dedicated to creating events that deliver the highest return on investment for our exhibitors, sponsors and attendees.

The smart way of connecting people

At Smarter Shows we specialize in producing highly-focused B2B supply chain exhibitions and technical conferences for the manufacturing and engineering sectors, with a focus on aerospace, automotive and materials industries. With a portfolio of large-scale events in the US and Germany, we are experts in launching exhibitions and conferences, providing a complete end-to-end event service. From our offices in central Brighton, our world-class team of 40 staff are dedicated to creating events that deliver the highest return on investment for our exhibitors, sponsors and attendees.

MARCH 26-28, 2019

The tradeshow and conference for technical foam manufacturing and technology

March 26-28, 2019, Novi, Michigan

Foam Expo is North America’s biggest free-to-attend exhibition and conference for the manufacturers and buyers of technical foam materials, products and services, as well as the entire technical foam supply chain.

Foam Expo serves all types of foam and raw materials used in the manufacture of foam and foam-related products, including the comfort and technical foam markets. The exhibition will profile molded, rigid and flexible foam solutions utilizing materials ranging from urethanes to elastomeric materials such as rubber and PVC, as well as a full range of equipment and machinery manufacturers plus a wide range of foam service providers.

North America's leading trade show and conference for the advanced ceramics supply chain, ceramic materials, manufacturing and applications

April 30-May 1, 2019 Cleveland, Ohio

Ceramics Expo is dedicated to providing a marketplace for all raw materials, equipment, machinery and technology used within the ceramic manufacturing supply chain. Ceramics Expo is attended by technical leaders, production directors, engineers, project leaders, buyers and senior executives interested in exploring the latest ceramic manufacturing innovations.

Through the creation of a focused environment, Ceramics Expo draws attendance from genuine decision-makers within ceramic manufacturers and from a vast range of industries utilizing ceramic materials and components, including transportation, automotive, aerospace, medical, electronics, military and environmental technology.

MAY 7-9, 2019

The annual trade show for the global advanced battery industry

May 7-9, 2019, Stuttgart, Germany

The Battery Show Europe is the premiere exhibition and conference for advanced battery manufacturing and technology in Europe.

The battery industry in Europe has never been stronger, as manufacturers benefit from a growing European market with increases in e-mobility, grid storage, microgrids, renewables, portable devices and tools along with medical technology. The world is becoming increasingly electric, and Europe is leading the way in much of it.

The premier showcase for electric and hybrid vehicle technology and innovation.

May 7-9, 2019, Stuttgart, Germany

Almost every major automotive OEM in Europe is developing hybrid and electric powertrain technology. E-mobility is no longer the exclusive pursuit of environmentalists and the money conscious – electric power is being used to increase performance as well as reduce our dependence on fossil fuels and make savings at the fuel pump.

MAY 20-22 2019

America’s meeting place for space technology and engineering

May 20-22, 2019, Pasadena, California

Now in its eighth year, Space Tech Expo will be returning to Pasadena for 2019. America’s meeting place for space technology and engineering grows bigger and better year on year, bringing together industry leaders, decision-makers and buyers to meet the engineering and manufacturing supply chain for commercial, civil and military space.

Foam Expo Europe covers all types of foam and raw materials used in the manufacture of foam and foam related products. The exhibition will profile moulded, rigid and flexible foam solutions utilising materials ranging from urethanes to elastomeric materials such as rubber and PVC, as well as a full range of equipment and machinery manufacturers plus a wide range of foam service providers.

NOVEMBER 19-21, 2019

Europe's dedicated space design, manufacturing and testing event

November 19-21, 2019, Bremen, Germany

In its third year, Space Tech Expo Europe will be returning to Bremen - a centre of space excellence. The exhibition is Europe's premier B2B Space engineering event for spacecraft, satellite, launch vehicle and space related technologies and draws attendance from thousands of industry leaders, decision makers, engineers, specifiers and buyers to meet manufacturers and the supply chain for civil, military and commercial space.

Strategically positioned in Central Europe, Bremen is a city of aerospace excellence. Space Tech Expo Europe is the continent's major dedicated supply-chain and engineering event for manufacturing, design, test and engineering services for spacecraft, subsystems and space-qualified components.